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My nervous pregnant dog needs x-rays. Is a vet visit safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Female | unspayed | 7 years and 2 months old | 30 lbs

My dog is quite far into her pregnancy, is very Nervous and hates the car, should I take her to the vet or can this be dangerous for the pregnancy? (I need to get x-rays done)

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on October 25th, 2017

Congrats on Snowy's pregnancy! I don't think it's likely to cause any harm to the pregnancy. As long as she doesn't sustain any serious trauma along the way! Even the stress of a vet visit with a very nervous mama dog will not harm the puppies in a normal pregnancy. Take her for a walk before hand so she is a little more tired than normal and make sure to bring treats along so she can at least have some positive reinforcement. Best of luck!

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